Tucked into a quiet cul-de-sac in one of Polk City's most sought-after neighborhoods, this stunning home with over 3,400 sqft finished offers the perfect blend of small town charm and modern comfort. With beautiful curb appeal, a half acre lot, and the most thoughtfully designed living spaces, this home is ideal for anyone looking for room to grow, entertain and relax. The open concept layout has ample natural light, stylish finishes and quality craftsmanship throughout. The spacious kitchen features quartz countertops, a large center island, walk in pantry and new in 2023 Beko appliances! The adjacent livingroom boasts a cozy fireplace and expansive views of the backyard. The generously sized bedrooms, including the primary suite with a tiled walk in shower and stand alone soaking tub are also on the main floor. The lower level features a beautiful custom bar and gorgeous iron ore painted built ins flanking the fireplace in addition to the additional bedroom, full bath and bonus room! Enjoy peaceful mornings or evening sunsets from the covered all weather deck with spaious irrigated backyard ready for play, gardening or entertaining. Located just minutes from Saylorville Lake, parks, walking trails and North Polk Schools, this home is as close to perfect as they come - schedule your showing today!
Sold for $675,000
$675,000
1816 Starling Ct, Polk City, IA 50226
4beds
1,879sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2018
0.5 Acres Lot
$674,900 Zestimate®
$359/sqft
$2,622 Estimated rent
Home value
$674,900
$634,000 - $715,000
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Cozy fireplaceQuality craftsmanshipHalf acre lotOpen concept layoutStylish finishesLower level featuresBeautiful curb appeal
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Listed by:
Jennifer Moulton (515)689-6792,
EXP Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Danielle Seifert
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 723468
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Stove
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Wet Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Electric, Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,879
- Total interior livable area: 1,879 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,400
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Three Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Fire Pit, Hot Tub/Spa, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Patio
- Has spa: Yes
- Fencing: Invisible,Pet Fence
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Features: Irregular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 812535303023
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2018
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Polk City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $359/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $508,600
- Annual tax amount: $9,050
- Date on market: 7/31/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 2 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/12/2025 | Sold | $675,000$359/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #723468 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2025 | Pending sale | $675,000$359/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #723468 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $675,000+79.7%$359/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #723468 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2018 | Sold | $375,606-0.4%$200/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #553474 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2018 | Pending sale | $377,165$201/sqft |
Source: Moulton & Assoc. REALTORS #553474 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2018 | Price change | $377,1650%$201/sqft |
Source: Moulton & Assoc. REALTORS #553474 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2018 | Price change | $377,265+0.1%$201/sqft |
Source: Moulton & Assoc. REALTORS #553474 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2018 | Price change | $376,915+0.2%$201/sqft |
Source: Moulton & Assoc. REALTORS #553474 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2018 | Listed for sale | $376,165$200/sqft |
Source: Moulton & Assoc. REALTORS #553474 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,660 +2.3% | $508,600 +8.9% |
| 2024 | $8,468 +3.3% | $467,000 |
| 2023 | $8,200 +1.3% | $467,000 +22.3% |
| 2022 | $8,094 +0.5% | $381,900 |
| 2021 | $8,056 +1.9% | $381,900 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $7,906 +39430% | $368,900 |
| 2019 | $20 +11.1% | $368,900 +43816.7% |
| 2018 | $18 | $840 |
| 2017 | $18 | $840 |
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Neighborhood: 50226
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NANorth Polk West Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10North Polk Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.7 mi
- 8/10North Polk High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: North Polk
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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